as in suitable
having the required skills for an acceptable level of performance
a capable and efficient editor
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Recent Examples of capable
Shaw isn’t in this production at Laguna Playhouse,but a strong group is featured in this more-than-capable transfer from the Ensemble Theatre Company in Santa Barbara, where this show was staged in February.
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Christopher Smith, Oc Register, 10 Mar. 2026
Tarwater said forgoing the competitive bidding process would allow the Chiefs to select a highly specialized firm capable of completing necessary work as quickly as possible to ensure the stadium can open on-time.
—Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 10 Mar. 2026
High-temperature reactors capable of delivering both electricity and process heat are particularly important for heavy industries like steel, chemicals, and advanced manufacturing, where deep decarbonization requires more than simply plugging into the grid.
—John Kerry, semafor.com, 10 Mar. 2026
The plan proposes that redevelopment of the site could include workforce housing for the school district, a one-acre public park and an event-capable street along Ebony Avenue.
—Walker Armstrong, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
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Christopher Smith, Oc Register, 10 Mar. 2026
Tarwater said forgoing the competitive bidding process would allow the Chiefs to select a highly specialized firm capable of completing necessary work as quickly as possible to ensure the stadium can open on-time.
—Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 10 Mar. 2026
High-temperature reactors capable of delivering both electricity and process heat are particularly important for heavy industries like steel, chemicals, and advanced manufacturing, where deep decarbonization requires more than simply plugging into the grid.
—John Kerry, semafor.com, 10 Mar. 2026
The plan proposes that redevelopment of the site could include workforce housing for the school district, a one-acre public park and an event-capable street along Ebony Avenue.
—Walker Armstrong, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for capable
Adjective
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There’s excellent boutique shopping, a diverse range of cuisines to sample, and lodging options suitable for any size or type of travel group.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
12 Mar. 2026
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This watch is suitable for light swimming.—
Andrew P. Collins,
The Drive,
12 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Associations embroiled in contentious disputes should seek guidance from qualified attorneys and other professionals to help find negotiated resolutions.—
Awilda Esteras,
Miami Herald,
12 Mar. 2026
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With qualified early withdrawals, rules and limits are set by the IRS, rather than by you or your employer.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
12 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Such lack of vision — or ample self-delusion — propelled Americans to disaster in Iraq, even with some competent advisers in the White House.—
Trudy Rubin,
Twin Cities,
6 Mar. 2026
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Langford will return to Kentucky Correctional Psychiatric Center for 60 days or until he is found competent to stand trial.—
Caroline Neal,
Louisville Courier Journal,
6 Mar. 2026
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The 2023 Healthy Kids Colorado Survey found that nearly 84% of Aurora youths who attempted to buy tobacco or vape products in the city were able to do so, despite not being of legal age.—
John Aguilar,
Denver Post,
10 Mar. 2026
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For instance, teachers can use the Constitution to help students understand how the president was able to pardon rioters.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
10 Mar. 2026
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“Capable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/capable. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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